Monthly Archives: January 2021

Metrics of Disunity: Whataboutism

Posted on January 23, 2021 by steve.ignell

Repentance in scripture (from the Greek word metanoeo) means to have a change of mind. It’s demonstrated by a complete change of direction; a 180 degree turn from the past. But repentence must start with a reckoning, by acknowledging how we have “missed the mark.” And without that initial acknowledging, it’s like sewing up a wound without first cleaning out the debris. Continue reading →

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Isn’t It Time We Change Our Stories?

Posted on January 13, 2021 by steve.ignell

“Well, that’s my story and I’m sticking with it!” Those words, sung decades ago about a man apparently caught in a lie by his girlfriend is something we’ve all said at one time or another. That’s because sticking to our … Continue reading →

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Repairers of Broken Walls

Posted on January 5, 2021 by steve.ignell

There’s a story about a building manager who once asked his architect to meet him on the 42nd floor. A set of cracks had suddenly appeared and he couldn’t figure out why. After waiting several hours, the manager found the … Continue reading →

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